After naming the emotional weight many communities continue to carry, this episode turns toward what comes next. The conversation explores healing, allyship, accountability and the work it takes to create spaces where people can feel safe, supported and seen.

Together, they discuss what healing can look like when harm is personal, cultural, generational and still happening, and why moving forward requires more than reflection. It requires honesty, responsibility and a willingness to stop treating harm as normal.

In this episode of How They See Us, Denise sits down with Dr. Elizabeth White, Quamina Carter and Calvalyn Day of The Well Counseling Group for an honest conversation about mental health, belonging and what people are still carrying as America marks this historic milestone.

Together, they explore what motherhood looks like beyond the picture-perfect version, including the unexpected turns, hard seasons, advocacy, grief, joy and strength that shape the journey. Carolyn and Kristian share how motherhood has stretched them, changed them and taught them what it means to keep showing up with love, courage and resilience.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that motherhood does not look the same for everyone, but every story deserves to be seen with care.

This episode turns toward policy, civic engagement, and the bigger systems shaping the lives of women and girls across our community. Together, they discuss what meaningful change really requires, why representation and participation matter, and how women can stay informed, involved, and empowered in moments that directly impact their futures.

It is a thoughtful conversation about responsibility, action, and what it looks like to move beyond awareness and into lasting change.

Together, they dig into what’s showing up in girls’ day-to-day lives, where women are feeling the most pressure, and why “support” has to be more than a statement. From confidence and leadership development to safety, stability, and access to opportunity, this episode focuses on what women and girls need right now and what it takes to meet them with real, practical support.

Part 2 continues the conversation with a focus on policy, civic engagement, and how we can show up in ways that create long-term change.

This conversation goes beyond the headlines. Together, they explore why Black stories are often at the center of censorship debates, how book restrictions impact students and communities, and what it means when history is treated as optional rather than essential.

In this episode, Denise Herd continues the conversation with Gena Brown and Pat Trowers-Johnson, diving into the beauty standards that hold women back from the gym, how Black women navigate fitness and hair care, and why what we put into our bodies matters just as much as what we do with them.

From gym anxiety and beauty standards to nutrition and mental clarity, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

This episode examines the personal and cultural impacts of code-switching, revealing what it says about societal norms and expectations. From exploring shifts in self-expression to discussing the significance of legislation like the CROWN Act, Denise unpacks the forces that shape how we present ourselves.

In this month’s episode of How They See Us we spend time talking with Chesia Torrence, owner of The Silver Center, Indianapolis’ premier event space. We discuss the highs and lows of business ownership, obstacles Black business owner face and the importance of having a transition plan.

Denise also shares insightful tips for fellow entrepreneurs, especially Black business owners, on navigating the evolving landscape of PR and maintaining resilience in the face of adversity.

Tune in as Denise explores how to maintain harmony and respect despite differing views in our country, and provides strategies for fostering constructive dialogue and empathy in political conversations.

Expect inspiring stories, honest reflections and valuable insights on balancing life, shattering stereotypes and preserving cultural traditions. Whether you're a parent, aspiring parent or simply looking for a dose of inspiration, this episode offers a deep dive into the joys and challenges of fatherhood. Don't miss out on these candid and moving discussions that highlight the strength and resilience of these remarkable dads.